Leading Border Force Officer Remote & Marine - Operation LUNAR

Job Req ID

ABF - 135611

Location

NT 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

APS Level 4 - $74,049.00 and $79,871.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Matthew Langelaar on Email: matthew.langelaar@abf.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 13/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in NT.
 

About our team

Regional Operations | National Operations | Coordination and Planning | Operation LUNAR

The Australian Border Force (ABF), an operationally independent body within the Department of Home Affairs, is Australia's frontline border law enforcement agency and Australia's customs service. The ABF delivers critical border protection and national security outcomes while facilitating the movement of people and goods across the border. The ABF's mission is to protect Australia's border and enable legitimate travel and trade.

Operation LUNAR - Response to increased Civil Maritime Security threats in the Northern Territory (NT):

• Operation LUNAR is a multi-agency operation, led by the ABF to target the increase in illegal foreign fishing vessels being detected in the NT.
• Operation LUNAR will establish an enhanced and enduring ABF posture in the Northern Territory using an intelligence informed, phased approach that integrates the full suite of ABF capabilities (including immigration detention), local communities and a remote area patrol capability equipped to respond to civil maritime threats in the littoral environment.

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

Our ideal candidate

You will be highly motivated, demonstrate initiative, able to build trust and work collaboratively.

Operation LUNAR is a dynamic and high profile environment that reflects the diversity of the ABF. Working in Remote & Marine requires officers to:

• work independently and with a small team
• work in diverse locations, ranging from ABF offices to some of the most remote areas of the NT
• think strategically while exercising ABF priorities and objectives
• monitor and manage own progress and seek feedback on results
• interact with stakeholders and clients in a positive and meaningful manner
• encourage cooperation and inclusive behaviour to achieve results
• be self-motivated, innovative and able to implement change
• demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• harness technology, operate and navigate applications and systems.

Duties and responsibilities

An APS4 Leading Border Force Officer (LBFO) in Operation LUNAR is expected to attain and maintain the competencies, skills, knowledge and attributes of an APS4 LBFO (General Duties).

Operation LUNAR Remote and Marine officers are highly capable, flexible and agile, and will be deployed to a range of domains within the NT to meet ABF operational requirements.

Remote and Marine officers undertake a range of duties that may include:

• contributing to the development of remote patrol plans, including sourcing provisions
• participation in a range of remote patrol activities - completing tasks and objectives as directed
• contributing to the planning of community engagement activities, including identification of required resources
• preparing and presenting briefing sessions to patrol members and other participants in remote patrols
• conducting community engagement activities including engagement with Indigenous Elders and members of communities to develop and maintain relationships
• collection of information in support of border protection and enforcement activities
• safe operation of a range of ABF assets, including 4WD vehicles, inshore vessels and navigational equipment to ensure the completion of patrol activities
• contributing to quality assurance activities.

Additional information

All positions are based in Darwin, NT and require a physical presence, out-posting and remote work are not available for these positions.

These are designated positions and will require you to meet all Border Force Officer essential qualifications. If successful for one of these positions, you will be required to:

• be operationally ready (by meeting and sustaining the medical, fitness and psychometric requirements necessary for a role)
• be a sworn officer (through subscribing the ABF oath or affirmation)
• be uniformed
• maintain essential and role-specific qualifications
• work outside of business hours, including weekends (overtime or flex)
• participate in and be available for a restriction on-call roster (an allowance applies)
• complete Operational Safety Training and be willing to carry and use personal defence equipment, including a firearm, if required
• undertake regional and interstate travel
• work with high risk and/or challenging clients
• work in remote or regional areas
• work in challenging environmental conditions (such as hot, cold, humid, wet or dry)
• ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Driver's Licence
• ability to obtain and maintain and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).

Desirable requirements or the ability to obtain and maintain:

• First Aid qualification
• 4WD vehicle training
• Elements of Shipboard Safety (ESS) certificate
• Marine radio qualification
• ABF vessels deckhand endorsements
• Coxswain qualification
• Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET).

These positions are in child-related employment. It is an offence under legislation of - Care and Protection of Children Act 2007 (NT) - for a person convicted of certain offences to apply for child-related employment. 

The successful applicant must read and sign the Child Protection Mandatory Behaviours Declaration and undertake to comply with it; complete the Child Safeguarding Essentials and Working in a Child-related role eLearning packages; and prior to commencing unsupervised work which involves direct contact with children must undergo a Working with Children Check and hold a Working with Children Clearance - Ochre Card  (Working with children clearance: apply and renew | NT.GOV.AU) or equivalent indicating the applicant is suitable to work with children.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 13/02/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role

• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us

• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 135611 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.